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Commission approves 25-year GRDA power purchase extension to secure 12 MW
Summary
The commission approved a 25-year extension with Grand River Dam Authority to secure 12 megawatts (with an option up to 15 MW) beginning May 1, 2026; staff said the deal stabilizes capacity and helps avoid volatile market costs, at an estimated $0.70 per month impact for the typical residential customer.
The Ottawa City Commission on March 5 approved a resolution to extend the city's power purchase agreement with the Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA), securing 12 megawatts with an option to increase to 15 megawatts if available for a 25-year term beginning May 1, 2026, through April 30, 2051.
Director Sneeden presented staff's recommendation and described the extension as a move to secure long-term energy reliability and cost stability. Sneeden said the…
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